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1997 Pontiac Grand Am fluid change could cause problems?

Tiny
STEVEC490
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  • 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 293,000 MILES
Hi,

I have a 1997 Grand Am GT. It has 471,000 kilometers on it. While I was recently getting an oil change, it was recommended to me that I get my transmission fluid flushed. It does look burnt, and I am aware of this. The reason I haven't gotten it done is because I was told that changing the transmission fluid on a vehicle with high mileage could be problematic, and the transmission could begin to slip. I have no problems with the transmission, or anything in the car for that matter. Original engine and transmission. Any feedback/recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Steve
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Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 AT 11:46 PM

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Tiny
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Hi there,

There is no reason why you should not service the transmission, just a filter & oil change will be fine, if the oil is not overly discolored and you have not reliability issues get the service done.

Mark (mhpautos)
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